What is the cheapest way to get from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS)?

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS) is to bus which costs €85 - €160 and takes 15h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS)?

The fastest way to get from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS) is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs €75 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Lyon Airport (LYS)?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS). However, there are services departing from Estación de autobuses de Santander and arriving at Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stop via Bilbao Intermodal and Lyon - Gerland Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 43m.

How far is it from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS)?

The distance between Santander and Lyon Airport (LYS) is 749 km. The road distance is 975.9 km.

How do I travel from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS) without a car?

The best way to get from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS) without a car is to train via Madrid which takes 14h 47m and costs €210 - €480.

Where do I catch the Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS) bus from?

Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS) bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación de autobuses de Santander station.

Where do I catch the Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS) train from?

Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS) train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.

Train, bus or fly from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS)?

The best way to get from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS) is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs €75 - €290. Alternatively, you can train via Madrid, which costs €210 - €480 and takes 14h 47m, you could also bus, which costs €85 - €160 and takes 15h 43m.

How long is the flight from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS)?

There is no direct flight from Santander Airport Airport to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport Airport. The quickest flight takes 4h 25m and has one stopover.

Where does the Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS) bus arrive?

Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS) bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS) train arrive?

Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS) train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS)?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS) is 976 km. It takes approximately 9h 55m to drive from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS).

Which airlines fly from Santander Airport Airport to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport Airport?

Transavia France, Volotea, easyJet and two other airlines offer flights from Santander Airport Airport to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS)?

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Where can I stay near Lyon Airport (LYS)?

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Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS) - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

Q: Is there a direct train between Santander and Lyon Airport (LYS)?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS). However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv via Madrid Chamartín, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Barcelona-Sants and Perpignan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 47m.

Q: How long does it take to get from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS)?

It takes approximately 4h 20m to fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS), including transfers and time at the airport.

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There are 7 ways to get from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS) by plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo, TGV), bus, car, or train (Renfe, TGV)

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Fly from Santander Airport
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1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane SDR - LYS
4h 20m
€75–290
Train via Madrid
1. Take the train from Santander to Madrid Chamartíntrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Santstrain Ave
3. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Perpignantrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Perpignan to Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgvtrain
14h 47m
€210–477
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Bilbao Intermodalbus ALSA - Stder-Irun / ...
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
15h 43m
€86–157
Drive 975.9 km
1. Drive from Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS)car 975.9 km
9h 55m
€153–221
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Bilbao Intermodalbus
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane BIO - LYS
8h 10m
€75–205
Train
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbaotrain
2. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostiatrain E1
3. Take the train from Hendaye to Toulouse Matabiautrain
4. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
18h 1m
€197–353
Bus via Bilbao
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Bilbao Intermodalbus ALSA - Stder-Irun / ...
2. Take the bus from Bilbao to Lyonbus FlixBus N716 / ...
20h 8m
€96–157

Santander to Lyon Airport (LYS) by train

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Distance: 749.5 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Lyon Airport (LYS), France?

Volotea, Vueling Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv via Madrid Chamartín, Madrid-Atocha Cercanías, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Barcelona-Sants, and Perpignan in around 14h 47m.

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